Self Harm

We all have various coping strategies to help manage difficult situations, thoughts and emotions. If you identify a coping strategy that is harmful to you, then it is important to seek help so that you can talk about the strategies and identify any helpful strategies that may prevent harm. We advise you to contact your GP in the first instance, although if you are feeling you are unable to keep yourself safe then seek emergency help. The below links may also offer a range of helpful information.

NHS Conditions online

Helpful information on possible underlying conditions, assessment and treatment https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/self-harm/getting-help/

MIND online

Comprehensive information about self harm, why, what to do to manage urges and treatment https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/self-harm/about-self-harm/

GET SELF HELP online

A range useful worksheets to help manage conditions https://www.getselfhelp.co.uk/

Free 24/7 talk or email line – Samaritans

Talk to someone about your difficulties - Available to talk 24/7 by phone or email https://www.samaritans.org/wales/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

Local NHS Primary Care Mental Health Services:

Helpful online self-help and information Self Harm and how to access services http://www.iawn.wales.nhs.uk/mental-health-self-help-resources

MIND Aberystwyth

For local support contact our local mind for an opportunity to talk and gain helpful support

Address: The Cambria, Marrine Terrace, Aberystwyth SY23 2AZ Phone: 01970 626225

Student Wellbeing Service

Our qualified practitioners can help you manage self harm behaviours and the impact these are having on your academic life and you can register online with our service.

Emergency Support - Concerns about the safety or yourself or others?